AML Analyst - Professional Services

Moore Kingston Smith; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary framework transparency

25 days annual leave

Hybrid working

Wellbeing support

Professional subscriptions

Inclusive employer

Job summary

Moore Kingston Smith in London is seeking an AML Analyst specialising in client onboarding and due diligence to join our Compliance team in a professional services environment.

You will review corporate clients and complex ownership structures, perform electronic verification checks, and support ongoing monitoring across sanctions, PEP and adverse media.

Qualifications

• Experience with end-to-end client onboarding within AML.
• Experience working with corporate clients and complex ownership structures.
• Good understanding of AML regulations and risk-based approaches.
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with internal teams and clients.
• Experience within professional services or another regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client due diligence and onboarding checks for new clients.
• Review corporate ownership structures and identify beneficial owners.
• Perform electronic verification checks and review system alerts.
• Support ongoing monitoring including sanctions, PEP and adverse media checks.
• Work with internal teams and clients to obtain information and resolve queries.

Skills

Onboarding

Corporate clients

Ownership structures

AML regulations

Communication

Regulated environment

Job description

AML Analyst - Professional Services

Department: AML

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: City, London

Reporting To: AML Manager

Compensation: £45,000 - £47,000 / year

Description

We are looking for an AML Analyst specialising in client onboarding and due diligence to join our Compliance team. This role sits within a professional services environment and focuses on reviewing corporate clients and complex ownership structures.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct client due diligence and onboarding checks for new clients
• Review corporate ownership structures and identify beneficial owners
• Perform electronic verification checks and review system alerts
• Support ongoing monitoring including sanctions, PEP and adverse media checks
• Work with internal teams and clients to obtain information and resolve queries

Essential Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Experience with end-to-end client onboarding within AML
• Experience working with corporate clients and complex ownership structures
• Good understanding of AML regulations and risk-based approaches
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with internal teams and clients
• Experience within professional services or another regulated environment

Please note: This role will best suit candidates with experience in legal, accounting, or similar advisory firms working with corporate clients and complex ownership structures. Candidates whose recent experience is primarily within banking environments, transaction monitoring, or remediation projects may find the role less aligned with their background.

Job Benefits

• Salary: Transparent pay framework & twice a year promotion opportunities to recognise your contributions and performance.
• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 25 days plus three days off at Christmas.
• Flexible Working: We're committed to a positive work-life balance, offering a hybrid working policy that prioritises your well-being and flexibility.
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Support: Healthcare Cash Plan, Access to Digicare+, Employee Assistance Programme, and more!
• Professional Subscriptions: Invest in your growth and development.
• Inclusive Employer: Be part of a diverse team with equity, inclusion, and flexibility at the core